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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VIII, The Voortrekkers.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Nxumalo tell the Old Seeker his people traded for the "heavy earth"?
(a) Diamonds.
(b) Ivory.
(c) Cloth they wove.
(d) Antelope hides.

2. When he is a boy, why does Shaka think he will one day be the Zulu chief?
(a) He is good with a spear and thinks he'll be a great warrior.
(b) He is arrogant and has a high opinion of his abilities.
(c) He is very popular with the other boys.
(d) Although he's a tribal outcast, he's the chief's son.

3. What situation in 1453 makes it imperative for Prince Henry to reach his goals in Africa?
(a) Muslims control Constantinople and routes to the Orient.
(b) The Dutch want to invade Portugal.
(c) Africans have declared war on Portugal.
(d) His kingdom is bankrupt.

4. Which Van Doorn befriends the slave Dikkop in Chapter Five?
(a) Adriaan Van Doorn.
(b) Rebecca Van Doorn.
(c) Hendrik Van Doorn.
(d) Karel Van Doorn.

5. What do Adriaan and Seena Van Doorn help Dr. Nels Linnart collect?
(a) Butterflies.
(b) Seashells.
(c) Plants and flowers.
(d) Insects.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Paul de Prè relocate his family to Amsterdam?

2. What is Paul de Prè skilled at growing?

3. What happens when Mzilikazi stands up to Shaka?

4. What does Mfecane mean?

5. Why does Prince Henry of Portugal want his ships to sail around Africa's cape?

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